Crispy Smashed Broccoli Recipe
Prep Time:
15 minutes
Cook Time:
30 minutes
Servings:
4 Servings
Ingredients
  • 4 cups broccoli florets
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 garlic cloves, peeled and crushed
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ½ cup shredded Parmesan
Directions
  1. Preheat the oven to 400 F.
  2. Fill a pot or pan with about 2-inches of water and bring it to a low boil. Then fit a steamer basket with the broccoli florets over the bottom pot and reduce the heat to medium.
  3. Cover and cook on medium heat for 8-10 minutes or until the broccoli is bright green and tender.
  4. While the broccoli is cooking, in a small bowl combine the olive oil, garlic, salt, pepper, and smoked paprika.
  5. Dry each broccoli floret with a clean dish towel or paper towel and place on a parchment-lined sheet pan.
  6. Using the bottom of a cup or mason jar, press hard on each floret to smash it.
  7. Brush each floret with the seasoned oil.
  8. Top each floret with Parmesan cheese.
  9. Place into the oven and bake for 20 minutes or until crispy.
  10. The crispy smashed broccoli is ready to serve.